Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Salt Lake City, UT from $300 (52 Rentals)

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$1,008 - $9,217
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131 W 200 NSalt Lake City, UT 84103
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The Grove
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$1,081 - $7,813
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The Grove

1153 N Redwood RdSalt Lake City, UT 84116
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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The Ramp
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Ramp

968 S Washington StSalt Lake City, UT 84101
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Ten Fifteen Apartments
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Ten Fifteen Apartments

1015 S 200 WSalt Lake City, UT 84101
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Stratton
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Stratton

49 S 400 ESalt Lake City, UT 84111
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Brickstone on 33rd
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Brickstone on 33rd

220 E 3300 SSalt Lake City, UT 84115
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Mya
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Mya

447 S Blair StSalt Lake City, UT 84111
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Elmwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elmwood

4320 S 700 ESalt Lake City, UT 84107

When Life Happens: Your Options for Ending a Rental Lease Early

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salt Lake City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Salt Lake City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Salt Lake City is under $799.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Salt Lake City?

The cheapest apartment in Salt Lake City is The Village at North Station which is listed at $807, while the average apartment in Salt Lake City costs $5,900.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Salt Lake City?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6,234 regular apartments in Salt Lake City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Salt Lake City?

Cheap apartments in Salt Lake City have an average cost of $383 which is $5,517 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Salt Lake City.

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